Sunday, August 3rd, 2025

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Good morning, Kalispell. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A limited number of discounted Pay-One-Price tickets for the carnival at the 2025 Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo are on sale now at Whitefish Credit Union branches and the fairgrounds office, and each ticket costs $30 to be exchanged for a wristband valid for unlimited rides from Aug. 12. Advance fair admission tickets are available until Aug. 15 at branches in Kalispell, Columbia Falls & Whitefish to save on the separate entry fee. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks opened a new fishing access site near Sportsman’s Bridge in Bigfork today that features 1,000 feet of Flathead River shoreline, a concrete boat ramp, and ample parking after relocating from its former east bank location, and construction on the bridge will begin this week. Crews will widen the road near the Conclow Fishing Access Site near Dayton from Monday through Saturday during August to add a left-hand turn lane as work on that site is set to start in fall — drivers may see slight delays. Daily Inter Lake
- ➤ Visitors enjoyed rows of classic and custom vehicles at the Evergreen Show 'N Shine held at Conlin's Furniture on Aug. 2, where many spent time checking out cars like a 1964 Chevy pickup and a 1978 Chevy Camaro Z-28 (photos by Casey Kreider). Daily Inter Lake
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Flower shop Forage and Floral has brought color to the Flathead Valley since October 2020 and now has a shop at 4 First St., Ste. 100 in downtown Kalispell. Owner Savannah Gentry said the business expanded by buying a local shop—Flower Child—and will open a renovated location on Nucleus Avenue in Columbia Falls in September or October. Daily Inter Lake
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A group of pilots filed a lawsuit against TAL — PGL, LLC to stop plans to remove the private airstrip near Lakeside as part of a project to build a luxury resort with amenities such as a golf course and spa. Six local property owners, who bought homes in Eagle’s Crest expecting airstrip access, claim the runway was a key feature and a pre-trial conference is set for Jan. 21. Daily Inter Lake
SHOP NEWS
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Northern Rockies Chapter Banquet
5-10 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn Kalispell — Community event — Celebrate conservation efforts and enjoy networking with local enthusiasts.
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Huckleberry Days Festival
10 a.m. — Depot Park — Free admission — Celebrate Montana's native huckleberry with arts, crafts, and delicious gelato treats.
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WCC Film Series: Heaven’s Gate
7-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Discounts available on tickets — Experience Montana's cinematic gems with a focus on films made in the Big Sky State.
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Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
7:30 p.m. — Flathead County Fairgrounds — VIP tickets available — Experience thrilling rodeo action and community spirit with premium seating options.
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Great Bear Festival
3-8 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — $25 for adults, free for kids — Enjoy craft beverages, live music, and family-friendly activities at this local festival.
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Keb' Mo' and Shawn Colvin Concert
7-9 p.m. — Wachholz College Center — Tickets available — Experience an unforgettable evening with acclaimed singer-songwriters Keb' Mo' and Shawn Colvin performing together.
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